Financial Controller

Grow with us...  

Opening Summer 2025 – the opportunity to join the pre-opening team of 1 Hotel Copenhagen and bring a transformative brand to Denmark.  

1 Hotel Copenhagen is centrally located at the intersection of the city’s vibrant Latin Quarter and its historic heart; it will feature 282 rooms including 30 suites.  With a Green-Michelin-starred Chef at the helm, the property will also feature locally sourced, seasonal cuisine as eclectic as the city itself at the signature restaurant and bar. Guests and locals alike can find tranquility in the nature-inspired Bamford Wellness Spa, connected with the natural world in the property’s urban garden complete an on-site bee hotel, or embark on an adventure, exploring Copenhagen's rich tapestry of parks and museums on bike.  

The Financial Controller is responsible for assisting the Director of Finance and the Finance team in the day-to-day execution of general ledger impacted processes, including support to clients as they work with and understand these processes. They are to also perform accounting functions specifically in the areas of account balancing, ledger reconciliation, reporting and discrepancy resolution. 

About you...  

• 5+ years of experience in Finance. Experience in a luxury hotel is an asset. Have work equivalent with a strong record of success in academic and work environment.  

• Fluency in  English, both spoken and written, is required for effective communication in this role. Danish understanding is a great asset, but not a must have.

• Danish statutory requirements and knowledge about Danish VAT and tax.  

• Furthermore, complies with all applicable laws related to fraud and collection procedures. 

• Must be familiar with GAAP Accounting and have a strong understanding of the general ledger process. 

• Knowledge of SUN accounting platform preferred and knowledge of systems such as HMS/Infogenesis/Birchstreet preferred. 

• Supporting in team management, such as Interviews, selects and trains employees. Furthermore, help direct supervisors to achieve their own development goals. 
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others; support team to reach common goals; listen and respond appropriately to the concerns of other team members.  

About us…  

Our culture is caring and thoughtful, and we deliver good-natured and informed service, perfectly executed to evoke a sense of fulfillment and well-being. As a part of our team, you can look forward to activities and perks that drive your passion for nature such as:  

• Designed by Nature work environment.  

• Competitive salary package with included pension and health insurance benefits.  

• Career Advancement: Were growing rapidly and with growth comes advancement opportunities (around the globe)!  

• SH University - Offers eligible team members a chance to grow and flourish from obtaining professional development and courses/certifications through our exclusive online learning educational platform.  

• Team Member Recognition program - Earn rewards and pay it forward, while doing all the good you can!  

• Enjoy company benefits and exclusively discounted room rates for you, your family, and friends at SH Hotels & Resorts.  

SH Hotels and Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in a diverse, sustainable workforce with an empowered, inclusive culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis covered under applicable law.